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More and more horse owners are choosing to supplement their horse’s daily feed with herbs. But with so many different herbs available, it is not always clear which ones are best suited to…

A horse with loose scabs on its back, small bald patches or a rough coat is often suspected of having a fungal infection. However, this is by no means always the correct explanation. Rain rot is usually caused by a bacterial skin infection that takes advantage of a weakened skin barrier. In this article, you’ll learn how to recognise rain rot, why it isn’t a common fungal infection, and how to provide the best possible care for your horse’s skin.

Hot days can be tougher on horses than many people realise. Sensitive horses, in particular, can sometimes struggle with the heat, sweating and skin irritation. In this blog, you’ll find practical tips on what you should and shouldn’t do during a heatwave.

Find out why a slow feeder for horses helps them to eat roughage more calmly. Read more about natural feeding behaviour, digestion and the benefits of a slow feeder in the stable

What should you look out for when buying equestrian products? Find out why safety, origin and quality are important, and how to make an informed choice for your horse.

Many horse owners are put off by the price of a grooming kit. However, a complete grooming kit for your horse is often a smarter and more cost-effective option than buying individual products. In this blog, you can read why a combination of external grooming and internal support often works better for horses prone to itching.

Zie je korsten in de kootholte, jeuk aan de benen of een paard dat veel stampt? Dat kan best even schrikken zijn, zeker als je niet meteen ziet waar het vandaan komt. Het fijne is dat je met rustig kijken en een paar slimme observaties vaak al meer overzicht krijgt. Mok en mijt kunnen allebei irritatie aan de onderbenen geven, maar je ziet vaak andere signalen in plek, gedrag en omstandigheden.

Veel paardeneigenaren merken dat jeuk bij paarden in de lente vaker voorkomt zodra de temperaturen stijgen. In het voorjaar verandert er veel tegelijk: de wintervacht laat los, paarden staan langer…

Je staat naast je paard en ziet het meteen. Hij stampt. Schuurt langs de omheining. Bijt naar zijn benen. Rolt vaker dan normaal. Veel eigenaren herkennen dit. Maar wat betekent…